Before applying for a building permit, you need to choose either a Council or Private Building Surveyor.
Only yourself, or your Architect or Builder (with your written permission) can apply for the permit.
Always check that a Building Permit has been issued before any work commences.
Council’s Municipal Building Surveyor can assist you with your Building Permit application. We also provide a limited Building Permit service within the local adjoining Shire Council areas.
Other permits you may require
Regardless of whether you need a building permit, you may require a planning permit.
If you plan to run a business from the property, you You can also check with Council's Environmental Health Department whether you will need any additional business permits, should you be planning to run a business from the property.
When a building design does not comply with residential siting requirements, you will need to apply for a report and consent (often known as dispensation). Applications for siting Report and Consent are generally advertised to affected neighbours.